Technology Strategy & Transformation Senior Manager/Associate Director

About EY and the Opportunity

At EY, we're dedicated to shaping your future with confidence within a globally connected network of diverse teams. Joining EY means contributing to building a better working world. This permanent role, based in Dublin, Ireland, is within our Technology Strategy & Transformation business area. We are looking for future leaders with a creative vision to apply their expertise to various projects, offering excellent career progression.

Our Technology Strategy & Transformation team empowers clients with business and digital enablement through technology strategy, architecture, and advisory services. Operating within a global and EMEIA network, we provide C-Suites with insights to derive business value from technology investments. Our services span from strategy development to solution design and execution. Clients face massive disruption from market shifts, regulatory changes, and technology innovation. We are building a vision for how technology can accelerate growth, aiming to be our clients' chosen transformation partner.

As a Technology Strategy & Transformation Senior Manager/Associate Director, you will help clients solve business problems and leverage opportunities in an ever-changing marketplace. You'll translate business strategy into technology strategy, build enabling target operating models, and develop technology initiatives and roadmaps for cost-efficient transitions. Your information technology knowledge will bring significant value to clients. We seek an energetic IT Strategy resource with a fundamental understanding of IT strategy development, execution, and cost optimisation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with developing and implementing technology strategy and transformation initiatives, including business case development.
• Support the planning, execution, and delivery of engagements, including technology transformations and related services.
• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, and maintaining communication with team members and leadership.
• Build strong internal relationships within EY Technology Consulting and across other service lines.
• Support practice growth through developing relevant industry and technology thought leadership material.
• Ensure compliance with EY quality and risk management processes across all projects and interactions.

Skills and Attributes for Success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• An undergraduate or graduate degree.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in delivering technology projects, including IT strategy, technology assessment, IT cost optimisation, application/portfolio rationalisation, technology vendor management, or related roles.
• Experience in project delivery as a team member or team lead.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience in any technology area, including Technology/Digital Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, system implementation, and Agile software development.
• Experience in innovative and emerging technology, e.g., AI/GenAI.
• Experience in cloud-based technology, e.g., Azure, AWS.
• Experience in cost optimisation, including financial analysis, technology vendor management, strategic planning, and process improvement.
• TOGAF or any EA architecture domain-related certification, Scrum, ITIL certification, or any technology vendor certification (Microsoft, AWS, Oracle etc.).
• Proficiency in using office connectivity and productivity tools, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to use effective written and verbal business communication skills when interacting with clients and team members.

What Working at EY Offers

EY offers a competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive Total Rewards package including flexible working and career development support. With FlexEY, you can select benefits tailored to your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings, and discounts. Additionally, we provide:

• Support and coaching from engaging colleagues.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to manage your role effectively.

Our benefits package can be tailored to individual preferences and includes:

• Pension
• Discounted health insurance
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• Purchase of additional annual leave
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Work Mobile
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms (available in some offices)

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and supports flexible working arrangements. We aim for a balance that enables excellent client service while allowing you to build your career and personal priorities. Our hybrid working model adds greater flexibility and autonomy to employee roles.

Key skills/competency

• IT Strategy
• Digital Transformation
• Enterprise Architecture
• Cloud Technology
• AI/GenAI
• Cost Optimization
• Project Delivery
• Vendor Management
• Agile Methodology
• Business Case Development